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The fund could increase federal dollars appropriated under an infrastructure bill passed earlier this year, officials said.

The Bureau of Land Management said in a statement the rule was revised to cut back the regulatory burden.

In the House, 22 bills died on the floor Monday night, including bills outlining crimes against critical infrastructure.

Industry groups have opposed the bill, citing concerns about the tax change disrupting local options.

Where and how much to cut remains very much an open question.

The bills need to be approved by two-thirds of the Legislature to be considered during the 2018 budget session.

One proposed bill would broaden the definition of stalking and would raise the maximum punishment for misdemeanor stalking and felony stalking.

A bill that would implement the project was tabled by the council until its final meeting after the New Year before the 2018 session.

Federal grants would cover some of the costs.

A female convict has sued the Department of Corrections.